repaired · 2026 Q2
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
2014 Mazda MAZDA3Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 138 owner complaints about the 2014 Mazda MAZDA3, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-487 the manufacturer reports only 42% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 9, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kārlis Dambrāns, CC BY 2.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Mazda MAZDA3 has problems
138 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
27Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
22Service brakes3 crash/fire/injury
21Fuel/propulsion system
13Engine3 crash/fire/injury
11Back over prevention
9Vehicle speed control
8Parking brake
7Power train
5Seat belts
3115 other systems4 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 27 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 22 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 21 | 0 |
| Engine | 13 | 3 |
| Back over prevention | 11 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 9 | 3 |
| Parking brake | 8 | 0 |
| Power train | 7 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 5 | 0 |
| 15 other systems | 31 | 4 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2014 Mazda MAZDA3 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Parking brake
Risk. If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Storage: tank assembly
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Risk. Once the PCM assumes that the charging system has failed, the vehicle will stop charging and could result in poor acceleration, loss of steering assist and…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mazda.
Best & worst years
2014 vs. every other MAZDA3 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the MAZDA3 median. How we score
'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2014 Mazda MAZDA3 safety ratings
2014 Mazda Mazda3 4 DR FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (10.5% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What MAZDA3 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that the vehicle was making an abnormal growling sound. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of…
The car screen displays, GPS, for calls, radio etc, doesn’t works, it’s off, and the airbags are deactivated and they’re off as well and have to press hard on the brake to get the car to stops.
Due to improper design of the rearview camera wiring harness fastener, my rearview camera image has been distorted and flickering for years. There has been no remedy for this issue for many years now and its quite dangerous to have a camera that doesnt work at all.
Own a 2014 MAZDA3?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.